Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, Springville Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Springville Middle School's student population of 578 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springville Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#308 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
7%
32%
White
87%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springville Middle School's ranking?
Springville Middle School is ranked #308 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Springville Middle School often compared to?
Springville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odenville Middle School, Ashville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Springville Middle School?
578 students attend Springville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Springville Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springville Middle School?
Springville Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Springville Middle School offer ?
Springville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Springville Middle School part of?
Springville Middle School is part of St Clair County School District.
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